Program Assistant- Entry to School Program

ConnectWell Community Health is seeking a Program Assistant with experience in supporting children with Autism in an early learning environment. These are part-time positions, 17.5 hours/week (possible additional hours).  The Program Assistants are on-site 3.5 hours per day, from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm, Monday-Friday.  These positions begin January 5, 2026 to August 7, 2026.  ConnectWell is looking to add you to our Entry to School program team in Brockville & Carleton Place!  This position includes the option to participate in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).

Position Summary:   ConnectWell Community Health partners with ACT Learning Centre to provide the Entry to School Program in Lanark, Leeds & Grenville Counties (a school readiness program funded under the Early Years Pillar of the Ontario Autism Program). ConnectWell hosts the Entry to School program at our sites in Carleton Place and Brockville.

 Qualifications:

• Secondary school diploma
• Post-secondary education in communication disorders, Autism behavioral science, child development, psychology, early childhood education, developmental services, social services or other related disciplines
• Knowledge and experience working with children of various ages in community and/or childcare settings
• Knowledge and experience of Autism and other exceptionalities
• Knowledge of the principles of learning and behaviour
• Experience in the early learning or school classroom setting providing direct support to students
• Demonstrated ability and proficiency in working collaboratively with regulated providers such as Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Behavioural Analysts and other community partners

Reporting Relationship: The successful candidate will report to our Program Manager, Government Funded Early Years.

HOW TO APPLY:  Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their qualifications and interest in the position. Applications should be sent to the attention of Nicole Dubuc-Cotton at ndubuc-cotton@connectwell.ca.  The deadline to apply is December 12, 2025.

ConnectWell is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).  If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Nicole to let us know how we can assist you.

ConnectWell Community Health is also committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour and those who identify as women, persons with disabilities and LGBTQ+ persons.

Although we appreciate all responses, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay Rate:             $23.93/hr – $28.15/hr

Posting Date:  Nov 28/25

ConnectWell Program Assistant ETS Job Description